Motor Sport Magazine

F1's 2026 engine row: precedents and possible outcomes as deadline looms

As the 2026 season approaches, Formula 1 must find a way to resolve its compression ratio controversy - but every possible solution comes with a cost somebody isn't willing to pay ...

Mercedes and Red Bull hit trouble on second Bahrain F1 test day

Mercedes was struck by a power unit issue at Bahrain Formula 1 testing, while Red Bull suffered a two-hour delay on Thursday ...
Opinion

FIA warned not to ban Mercedes engines as Toto Wolff vindicated over foul-mouthed rant

EXCLUSIVE: The FIA has been told it would be 'unfair' to ban Mercedes' new engines so close to the new F1 season.
Sportsnaut

Day 2 of F1 Testing: Leclerc Shines While Red Bull and Mercedes Struggle

Ferrari's Charles Leclerc led Day 2 of F1 testing in Bahrain with the field's top time while Red Bull & Mercedes struggled.
autoevolution

F1: Mercedes and Red Bull Shouldn't Be Penalised for Engine Loophole Says Patrese

Riccardo Patrese has defended Red Bull and Mercedes, stating they shouldn't be penalised for exploiting a loophole in the engine regulations. Over the winter, a major row broke out between the ...
RACER

FIA wants to solve F1's compression ratio controversy prior to Australian GP

FIA single seater director Nikolas Tombazis says Formula 1’s governing body is trying to resolve the topic of compression ...

"Get your sh*t together" - Toto Wolff’s message to F1 rivals over Mercedes engine complaints

Mercedes Formula 1 boss Toto Wolff is adamant his squad's power unit is fully legal and is bemused by rival complaints about a compression ratio trick ...
autoevolution

Inside the 2026 F1 Engine War: Mercedes vs. Ferrari vs. Honda vs. Audi vs. Red Bull-Ford

In just 16 days, the newest generation of Formula 1 cars will take to the track for the first time at Barcelona, commencing a new era. Not only do the new chassis feature active aerodynamics, but ...